3 Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari
This 3 Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari is designed for travelers who want a short, focused Uganda gorilla trekking experience. The safari starts and ends in Kampala or Entebbe and takes you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to endangered mountain gorillas.
The main highlight is spending one unforgettable hour with a mountain gorilla family in their natural forest habitat. Along the way, travelers enjoy scenic views of Uganda’s countryside, a stop at the Equator Line, and an optional cultural experience with the Batwa community.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Scenic drive through southwestern Uganda
- Stop at the Equator Line for photos
- Views of rolling hills, tea plantations, farms, and local villages
- Optional Batwa cultural experience
- Professional guiding throughout the safari
PRICING
From USD 1,150 per adult
This rate includes the gorilla trekking permit and is based on the package displayed on the current tour page. Final pricing may vary depending on travel dates, accommodation choice, group size, permit availability, and any requested upgrades.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from Kampala or Entebbe.
Drive through Uganda’s countryside, passing rolling hills, tea plantations, farms, and local villages. You will stop at the Equator Line for photos before continuing towards western Uganda.
Lunch will be served en route, usually around Mbarara, before proceeding to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Arrive in the evening, check in at your lodge, have dinner, and relax as you prepare for the next day’s gorilla trekking experience.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, Agandi Eco Lodge, or similar
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.
You will be assigned a gorilla family and begin the trek through the forest with experienced ranger guides. The trek can take between 1 and 6 hours depending on the location of the gorillas on the day.
Once the gorillas are found, you will spend one hour observing them as they feed, rest, move, and interact in their natural habitat. This is the main highlight of the safari and one of the most memorable wildlife experiences in Africa.
After the trek, return to your lodge for rest and relaxation.
In the afternoon, you may enjoy an optional Batwa cultural visit, depending on time and energy after the trek.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, Agandi Eco Lodge, or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Return to Kampala or Entebbe
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.
Enjoy scenic views along the way, with an en-route lunch stop. Depending on your schedule, your guide will drop you at your hotel, residence, or Entebbe International Airport.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4: Return to Entebbe or Kampala
After breakfast, begin the journey back to Entebbe or Kampala. Enjoy scenic views of rolling hills, terraced farms, local communities, and countryside landscapes along the way. You may have stopovers for lunch, photography, or the Equator line, depending on timing.
Arrive in the evening for drop-off at your hotel or at the airport for your onward flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
INCLUSIVE
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Accommodation for 2 nights
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Park entrance fees
- Ranger guide fees for gorilla trekking
- Drinking water during the safari
- Equator Line stop
- Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off within Kampala or Entebbe
- All applicable taxes and service charges
EXCLUSIVE
- International flights
- Visa and passport fees
- Travel insurance and medical insurance
- Vaccinations, medication, and personal health requirements
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Optional Batwa cultural visit
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities for guide, rangers, lodge staff, and porters
- Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, and extra beverages
- Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs, phone calls, and extra snacks
- Costs caused by delays, missed flights, cancellations, or itinerary changes beyond the operator’s control
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